If you've got a mini superhero on your hands, you might as well join in on the fun and make sure they're outfitted properly. Thanks to everything from crime-fighting backpacks to bloomers, your little one's transformation from kid to superhero can take place in no time. Click through for playful pieces that put the zap!, pow!, and zam! into daily life.
108 Toys and Playthings We Can't Wait to Get Our Hands On
Building blocks, dolls, puzzles, oh my! With more than 1,000 exhibitors showing off more than 150,000 products at 111th annual International Toy Fair, it's safe to say there was something for everyone. As we roamed the halls, we were wowed by everything from beautifully made wooden toys to the way technology has been integrated into classic favorites for new patterns of play. If you're following us on Instagram (which you should be; we're lilsugar1), you got a play-by-play as we made our way through the convention, but that was just the beginning. Here's a peek at the toys and playthings that will be hitting store shelves throughout the year, and what your kids will be clamoring for in the coming holiday season!
Keep School Lunches Warm With Insulated Food Containers
It's still pretty cold out, so this is the ideal time to pack soups or comfort foods for your kids' lunches. To help keep meals warm, we've gathered thermoses and food containers that are double-wall insulated and designed just for children. Pick one up, and come lunchtime, those on-the-go pastas, stews, and rices will taste like they've just been cooked.
Mardi Gras Gear For Lil Party Animals
If you're planning to celebrate Mardi Gras with your little ones, then these purple, green, and gold pieces are sure to get them in the spirit! With a mix of fun, sparkly accents and more classic, wear-again picks, we're highlighting a variety of festive fashions for a kid-friendly Fat Tuesday. Take a look to get your kids party-ready for Mardi Gras!
Best of 2012: The Baby and Kids' Products That Had Us Doing Double Takes
It was a wild and wacky year for baby and parenting products. While we saw plenty of amazing, innovative, and seriously game-changing products for moms and tots, there were definitely some that had us scratching our heads. From beach-chair-like seats that attach to your luggage to a mountain-climbing harness for expectant moms, we've rounded up the 11 most unusual products that crossed our screens this year. Keep reading to see what made our list!
The Cutest, Coziest Winter Accessory Sets For Kids
Help your little ones stay warm in the chilly Winter weather with one of these classic, cozy accessory sets. Preppy stripes, French-inspired berets, touchscreen-friendly knits — we've rounded up the best sets of hats, scarves, and gloves that balance style and function. Check out our favorite Winter gear sets before the holiday rush hits!
9 Favorite 2013 Finds From ABC Kids Expo
Throughout our time at the ABC Kids Expo, we saw hundreds of new products promising to help improve both parents' and kids' lives. While some left us scratching our heads, many looked promising. We've weeded through our notes and all of the literature we received to determine which finds we're most excited to see hit store shelves in the coming year. Take a look at our top nine picks and tell us — which look most exciting to you?
94 New Baby Products That Will Hit Store Shelves in the Coming Year
It was a baby bonanza in Louisville, KY, this week, as more than 3,000 exhibitors showcased their latest creations at the ABC Kids Expo, the largest annual juvenile-products trade show in North America. From strollers and car seats to bottles and breast-milk bags, I walked the rows (upon rows, upon rows) in search of the best new products for parents and kids. Among the standouts: a shearling baby carrier just in time for Winter, the return of a bottle that breastfeeding parents love, and car seats that don't require an engineering degree for proper installation. If you're following us on Instagram (which you should be; we're lilsugar1), you got a play-by-play as I made my way through the convention, but for the rest of the crowd, here's a peek at what will be hitting store shelves in the coming months — and stay tuned for continued coverage of my favorite finds in the coming days!
10 Products Most Moms-to-Be Didn't Know Existed Before Getting Pregnant
Throughout pregnancy, expectant moms are bombarded with advertisements and advice for products that will make them comfortable and provide their lil one's with the best possible start. While some are outlandish and others are practical, a few make an impression that lasts throughout the nine months. Here are 10 that most moms-to-be probably didn't even know existed before becoming pregnant themselves.
Five Unusual Ways to Show Off Your Ultrasound
An ultrasound provides an exciting glimpse of your growing baby and while some parents-to-be stow the image away for safekeeping, others opt to do something a little more creative with their baby's first picture. If you're ready to go beyond the classic frame route, check out a few unusual and modern gifts and ideas for showing off your ultrasound.









